INCI name

CITRUS AURANTIUM DULCIS PEEL OIL

Sweet orange peel oil

An essential oil pressed from orange peel.

What it is

Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil is the volatile oil obtained by expression from the peel of the sweet orange (Citrus sinensis). CosIng lists it as fragrance and skin conditioning.

Where it is used

Found in perfumes, shower gels, body care, hand care and products with a citrus scent.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

Citrus peel oils naturally contain fragrance components such as limonene, which may also be listed separately on the label.

Functions

Fragrance
Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.
Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

EU · Annex III, entry 351Citrus aurantium amara and dulcis peel oil
As of
3 November 2026 · (EU) 2023/1545

Products with this ingredient (43)

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